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August 27, 2024
51 recorded votes, 45 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Vice Chair Paul Ratha Yem presiding.
Present: John Descoteaux, Erik R. Gitschier, Wayne Jenness, Rita Mercier, Vesna Nuon, Corey Robinson, Kimberly Scott, Paul Ratha Yem, Corey Belanger
Absent: Sokhary Chau, Daniel P. Rourke
During the meeting:
- Paul Ratha Yem recused from the vote on: Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By City.
- Rita Mercier recused from the vote on: Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By City.
Every vote, in order
Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Mercier)
Minutes of Housing SC August 13th; City Council Regular Meeting August 13th, for acceptance
Accept and place on file: Minutes of Housing SC August 13th; City Council Regular Meeting August 13th, for acceptance
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Robinson)
Ordinance - Quarterly Traffic - August 2024
Adopt: Ordinance - Quarterly Traffic - August 2024
Motion “To adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion “To adopt” by C. Scott, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Descoteaux)
Take Item #5.16 out of order
Motion to take Item #5.16 out of order by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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“Motion to take Item #5.16 out of order by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to invite the Lowell Housing Authority to address the Council and the public about the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to invite the Lowell Housing Authority to address the Council and the public about the Merrimack...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to update Council regarding bridge repair funded by Raise Grant
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to update Council regarding bridge repair funded by Raise Grant
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department explore the possibility of placing American flags at the...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department explore the possibility of placing American flags at the Ladd...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager/Veterans SC. So voted.
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“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager/Veterans SC. So voted..” (Motion: Yem, second: Nuon)
Refer to Veterans SC: Ask the City Manager to have the appropriate department explore the possibility of placing American flags at the Ladd and...
Motion by VC Yem, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Veterans SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by VC Yem, seconded by C. Jenness to refer matter to Veterans SC. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Ask the City Manager to work with proper department to install Lowell Community Health Center banners on poles in...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with proper department to install Lowell Community Health Center banners on poles in front...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted. Filed by Vesna Nuon and Wayne Jenness; Vesna Nuon is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to update the City Council regarding the UMass Inn and Conference Center operations
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to update the City Council regarding the UMass Inn and Conference Center operations
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department inspect residential trash bins to ensure lids are not broken and bins...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department inspect residential trash bins to ensure lids are not broken and bins...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Request: the City Manager have the proper department look at the intersection of West 6th and Bunker Hill Ave and...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager have the proper department look at the intersection of West 6th and Bunker Hill Ave and...
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
Request: the City Manager provide guidance on process and steps necessary to combat graffiti on Flood Wall in area...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager provide guidance on process and steps necessary to combat graffiti on Flood Wall in area of...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Nuon)
Request: the City Manager work with the proper department to create a plan to update as well as ensure long term...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager work with the proper department to create a plan to update as well as ensure long term usage...
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Scott)
Request: the City Manager have the proper departments provide an update on City Cemetery barn/ bathroom renovation...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager have the proper departments provide an update on City Cemetery barn/ bathroom renovation project
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to encourage all city departments to host ribbon cuttings, grand openings etc. on nights and...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to encourage all city departments to host ribbon cuttings, grand openings etc. on nights and...
In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted. Filed by Corey Belanger and Corey Robinson; Corey Belanger is shown as mover.
From the minutes
“In City Council, no second needed, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger)
Ask the City Manager to have Parks Dept landscape and remove dumping materials surrounding the Pyne school as well...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have Parks Dept landscape and remove dumping materials surrounding the Pyne school as well as...
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Gitschier)
Ask the City Manager to work with the proper utility company to remove egregious double pole located at 10 Fairmount St
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to work with the proper utility company to remove egregious double pole located at 10 Fairmount St
In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Gitschier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Belanger, second: Gitschier)
Request: the City Manager provide a timeline for the repair of the culvert and road at the corner of Billerica and...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager provide a timeline for the repair of the culvert and road at the corner of Billerica and...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Nuon)
Request: the City Manager provide an update for residents on paving delays on Otis and Linden St
Refer to the City Manager: Request: the City Manager provide an update for residents on paving delays on Otis and Linden St
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Scott, second: Mercier)
Request: the City Manager and Health department send a letter to the City’s State delegation asking that they file a...
Adopt: Request: the City Manager and Health department send a letter to the City’s State delegation asking that they file a bill giving each City...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred, as amended, to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted.
The minutes give the count (10 yeas, 0 nays) but do not name how each councilor voted, and 9 councilors are shown present. Showing the count only.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred, as amended, to City Manager. Adopted per Roll Call vote 10 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Take Item #5.18 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #5.18 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Robinson to take Item #5.18 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department evaluate the driveway from Moody Street into the LPD parking lot for...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department evaluate the driveway from Moody Street into the LPD parking lot for...
In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Scott, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Scott)
Ask the City Manager to have proper department(s) work towards implementing anti-bullying and anti-harassment...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to have proper department(s) work towards implementing anti-bullying and anti-harassment training...
In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Robinson, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Robinson)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Descoteaux)
Take Item #11.7 out of order
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #11.7 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to take Item #11.7 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Take Item #11.1 out of order
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to take Item #11.1 out of order. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to take Item #11.1 out of order. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Waive second reading and bundle Items #7.1 to #7.5, excluding Item #7.3
Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott to waive second reading and bundle Items #7.1 to #7.5, excluding Item #7.3. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Scott to waive second reading and bundle Items #7.1 to #7.5, excluding Item #7.3. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Scott)
Vote - Accept/Expend $149,417 BHOAP Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $149,417 BHOAP Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Descoteaux)
Vote - Accept/Expend $484,033 FR-CARA Grant
Adopt: Vote - Accept/Expend $484,033 FR-CARA Grant
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Descoteaux)
Vote - Adopt MGL c.44 s.55C
Send to a public hearing: Vote - Adopt MGL c.44 s.55C
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Belanger. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Belanger. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Belanger)
Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By City
Adopt: Vote - Ratify And Approve The Execution By City
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke), 2 Recuse (C. Yem, C. Mercier). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Nuon, Robinson, ScottPaul Ratha Yem and Rita Mercier recused and are left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 7 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke), 2 Recuse (C. Yem, C. Mercier). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Descoteaux)
Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke), 1 Recuse (C. Yem). So voted.
Yes: Belanger, Descoteaux, Gitschier, Jenness, Mercier, Nuon, Robinson, ScottPaul Ratha Yem recused and is left out of this vote.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Descoteaux. Adopted per Roll Call vote 8 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke), 1 Recuse (C. Yem). So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Descoteaux)
Order - 60 Day Trial
Adopt: Order - 60 Day Trial
Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Jenness. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Jenness)
Ordinance - Amend Chapter 193 - Linkage Fee
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Amend Chapter 193 - Linkage Fee
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Robinson)
Ordinance - Establishment of Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Send to a public hearing: Ordinance - Establishment of Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Wire Inspector Reports:
Adopt: Wire Inspector Reports:
In City Council, Motion to accept adopt accompanying order by C. Jenness, seconded by Gitschier. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to accept adopt accompanying order by C. Jenness, seconded by Gitschier. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness)
Claims - (4) Property Damage
Refer to Law Department: Claims - (4) Property Damage
In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Law Department for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Jenness. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Jenness)
Misc. - Antonio Irizarry request installation of a handicap parking sign at 27 Fremont Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Antonio Irizarry request installation of a handicap parking sign at 27 Fremont Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Misc. - Sokchoeun Lieng request removal of handicap parking sign at 114 South Whipple Street
Refer to Transportation Engineer: Misc. - Sokchoeun Lieng request removal of handicap parking sign at 114 South Whipple Street
In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to refer to Transportation Engineer for report and recommendation by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Robinson)
Misc. - Norma Von Fricken request to address City Council regarding rubbish and disposal
Accept and place on file: Misc. - Norma Von Fricken request to address City Council regarding rubbish and disposal
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Descoteaux)
Misc. - Michael Rudy request permission to discuss operations of the new parking meters installed this year
Accept and place on file: Misc. - Michael Rudy request permission to discuss operations of the new parking meters installed this year
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Robinson. So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Robinson)
Misc. - Ron Peacetree on behalf of Llama & Solidarity Lowell
Refer to the City Manager: Misc. - Ron Peacetree on behalf of Llama & Solidarity Lowell
In City Council, Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to refer to City Manager to forward the petition to State and Federal delegations to assist in requesting additional resources to combat the homelessness issue in the City. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion by C. Gitschier, seconded by C. Jenness to refer to City Manager to forward the petition to State and Federal delegations to assist in requesting additional resources to combat the homelessness issue in the City. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Gitschier, second: Jenness)
Request City Manager develop warming unit plans for upcoming winter season for those in need
Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to request City Manager develop warming unit plans for upcoming winter season for those in need. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Nuon to request City Manager develop warming unit plans for upcoming winter season for those in need. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Nuon)
Bundle Items #11.8 to #11.11, inclusive
Motion to bundle Items #11.8 to #11.11, inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to bundle Items #11.8 to #11.11, inclusive by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Descoteaux. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Descoteaux)
National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduits along 170-172 Riverside Street for a new cell...
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduits along 170-172 Riverside Street for a new cell antenna
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Scott)
National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduits at 14 West Fourth Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request installation of underground electric conduits at 14 West Fourth Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Scott)
National Grid/Verizon - Request installation of (1) guy stub pole
Send to a public hearing: National Grid/Verizon - Request installation of (1) guy stub pole
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Scott)
National Grid/Verizon NE - Request installation of (1) JO pole at School and Perrin Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid/Verizon NE - Request installation of (1) JO pole at School and Perrin Street
Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to refer to Public Hearing on September 10, 2024 @ 7 PM by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Scott. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Scott)
Executive Session - To Consider And Discuss The Disposition of Parcels within the Hamilton Canal District, Public...
Go into executive session: Executive Session - To Consider And Discuss The Disposition of Parcels within the Hamilton Canal District, Public...
In City Council, Vice Chair Yem stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. (9:42 PM) Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Vice Chair Yem stated purpose of the session, Motion to enter executive session and adjourn from that session by C. Robinson, seconded by C. Mercier. (9:42 PM) Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas, 2 absent (C. Chau, M. Rourke). So voted..” (Motion: Robinson, second: Mercier)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Belanger. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn from Executive Session by C. Jenness, seconded by C. Belanger. So voted..” (Motion: Jenness, second: Belanger)
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